Boyds Mills Press, 1994, color illustrations by,  32 pages, ages 3 to 6.

ISBN 1-56397-042-2 (hardcover)

ABOUT THIS BOOK: 

Daddy’s birthday is almost here, and Rachel has a very special present—but it’s a secret! She whispers her secret to the rooster, the roly-poly bug, her pet rabbit Fluffy, her baby brother Andrew, and all her closest acquaintances. You are kept in suspense until the end. Artist Maxie Chambliss keeps Rachel’s secret, too. Facing each full page of art, sequential boxes show all the recipients of Rachel’s secret. This story reflects all the joy of birthdays and gift giving.

 

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  REVIEWS/AWARDS:

  • Picked as one of 1994’s 100 Best by Walter the Giant Storyteller

" . . . strong, enjoyable story of family giving and sharing." SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

 

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WHERE TO FIND OR ORDER THIS BOOK:

  • Your school or local library.
  • Unfortunately this book is no longer available for purchase.

 

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